M&P 15-22 Results, Post 'em here. I got Mine!!

[cwo4uscgret]

Since July of last year, I've had 4 knee surgeries; both knees scoped last year and on January 12th this year I had a total right knee replacement followed by a total left knee replacement on March 26th. I haven't been to the range for almost a year - consequently I lost my weapons quals at work - a moot point though - since I'm on a medical leave of absence.

Since the first replacement surgery, to fight boredom (and since I don't have any paychecks coming it) I've been trading guns with my gun dealer. Its kind of like we're just trading inventories; his for mine and vice a versa. One of the guns I've traded for is an M&P15 .22.

Today I finally made it to the range with three new guns; a Kimber Tactical Pro II, a semi-auto Sterling 9mm carbine, and the M&P. I didn't shoot the S&W until last so I was starting to feel the pain and discomfort in my knees so I rushed through it. First range trip for me is to make sure the gun functions and will hit the target; not ready to shoot one hole groups. I took 3 different ammos with me today - didn't get to the Remington; the Ely Sport is a big negative - made the gun into a single shot, very light primer strikes on the round chambered after one round is shot. The CCI Blazers ran like a champ; I've never rapid fired a .22 rifle as fast as I did the M&P. I shot around 30 rounds before the body said stop; standing at 10 yards. Like I said, I wasn't going for single hole groups. The gun did shoot low and I didn't have anyway to adjust the front sight so I need to work on that next time out. Here's my target:

No surprises, a basic M&P 15 .22.

I like my little tactical .22s; I have a GSG5 Pistol; Colt M4 .22; Professional Ordnance Carbon 15 .22, and am waiting for a SigSauer 522 to trade for.

 

[HalfSwiss]

Rear Sight Elevation Adjustment

You couldn't get the point of impact up enought using the rear sight elevation adjustment? You actually need to adjust the front sight?

 

[cwo4uscgret]

I didn't adjust any sights rear or front. I'm not an AR sight savvy guy so I guess I need to read the owner's manual again...

 

[ladder13]

Just to clarify, the difference between a MAGAZINE and a CLIP

THAT, should be a sticky.

 

[TurboniumOxide]

Nice. A Johnny Depp target.

 

[tmcblane]

Ran a couple hundred through it today and no problems and I am feeding it crap ammo I had laying around. I love this gun!

 

[Big K]

By the time you outfit a 10/22 to have the same functionality as an AR15, you will have spent as much or more then the MP15-22.

Plus the M&P is much cooler.

+1 That was my exact deciding factor. I can't afford an AR yet and it would cost too much to get the 10/22 even close to the same cool factor.

 

[Big K]

Speaking of... I've seen what look to be pretty good prices at an outfit named The Sportsman's Guide. They have a 'club' discount gimmick that might be worth while. Anyone here a club member or do business with em?

I fell for that gimmick, but I'm not sorry. Their prices are pretty good and shipping about average on price.

Be forewarned though, their return policy/service is abissmal. I ordered a belt and holster from them and got a belt too small. The return shipping plus restocking fee would have eaten up 2/3 of the cost. Oh well, I need to lose a few pounds anyway.

 

[Big K]

Just got my scope, riser, and vertical grip today. I like the way they look and can't wait to get to the range to zero it in.

Sorry about the quality (iPhones rule, but he camera sucks)

 

[brent701]

I picked up mine 2 weeks ago and my wifes last Saturday

I have done 1100 round in mine and had 3 FTF but was due to loading the magazine. She has about 200 rounds in her's


Next on the list is a FNH Five Seven

 

[19 Kilo]

It's been a long and complicated wait, but I picked up my15-22 yesterday. Ran home on lunch, deboxed it, loaded up two mags, threw it all in the quicky range bag and dumped the first 50 rounds through it as quick as I could since I was on my lunch.

Then I said "eff it", bought another 500 rounds and burned another 150 or so before I figured I should get back to the office.

Went back today after work and brought the round count up to 500 or 600.

For the record, it's the pimped out Magpul edition (it was only like 40 bucks more than the base model at the shop where I got it) with the CTR 6 position stock, Magpul flip up sights and the MOE pistol grip.

The Magpul stuff is really nice. The BUIS sights needed to be dialed all the way down (darn near) for elevation. No change made to windage.

For me, aimed and rapid fire all stayed within an area the size of a playing card (I'm a lazy shooter, too used to all the gunnery shenanigans tanks have). Girlfriend was consistently doing groups less than half that size. My friend, who came up to the range while we were shooting, was dumping everything into one of those little black circles that come with the splatter targets (about an inch, maybe), so I know the weapon works without me (dang showoff girlfriend).

Magpul stick is a little rattle-y, so I think it's commercial on a mil-spec tube. Not enough to make any difference.

It's got blue springs on the bolt and trigger group, SERNO DUA9xxx.

One OOB fire (which always sucks when you're left handed). Three stove-pipes, but to be fair that was toward the end, so the gunk was building up.

All this was done out of the box, no CLP, no quick clean, since everything I've read here and other places since the original 15-22 came out led me to believe that it was either gonna hork up quick or run like a spotted arsed ape.

I'm gonna do a quick wipe down tmr night, the off to the gun club to see if I can get the round count over 1200.

Thanks to all of you for providing me the information over the last several months to make an educated purchase and tell all those Sig 522 lovers to bite me.

/and yes, I've already ordered some accessories. It is a sickness.

 

[tacticaledge]

Accidently purchased a bulk pack of 550 Remington today thinking they were the Federals, the box is very similar, has anyone here tried the Remington’s? Hope I did not buy a box of trouble.

Thanks

Dont do it remington ammo does not feed well ive used some never again junk afraid it will damage my gun...

 

[inmysights]

Thanks guys. Really like what i am reading. I don't have one yet, working on it. Looking to get one in Feb. can't wait.

Dave

 

[bhayden]

One OOB fire (which always sucks when you're left handed). Three stove-pipes, but to be fair that was toward the end, so the gunk was building up.

I just picked up the same gun, shot about 300 federal American eagle ae22, only one ftf.

My girlfriend is left handed, and I'm nervous about her shooting it. You said you had a OOB and you were shooting left handed.

First question, I guess your OK??? Lol
And what ammo were you using?
Were you shooting quick or taking your time when it happened?

 

[Freedomtoshoot]

Got My .22!

It is comforting to see similar experiences with the Colt M4 .22 Ops because I really like the photos online. I paid over $550 for the Colt M4 .22 today and when I got to my house, I noticed the dust cover did not function, bolt release was cosmetic, dirt in the chamber, metal surfaces looked oxidized and over all appearance was not up to the standard M4 I am used to in the military. I was very disappointed. Then, I read these post and got a refund, purchased the M&P 15/22 and it is AMAZING! Tonight I will be adding vertical grip, bi-pod, single point sling. Any advice on good optics that do not cost $500? i.e. EOTECH, Trijicon...Thank you S&W, this AR will look great with my M&P .40!

 

[xICEMANx]

I have at least 1000 rounds through ours with no malfunctions. It was used and I'm not sure how much the previous owner shot it, it looked brand new. Very pleased with the M&p15-22. Don't really miss my Sig 522 at all.

 

[Tbowers822]

I saw one Friday for $429.00 looked pretty interesting, very light. I think polymer makes sense for a .22 rifle and I sure like the all steel barrel. I'm supposing by the markings it's made by S&W in the US. According to the dealer, spare magazines are non-existent for the time being.

You can find what you are lolling for here,
44MAG.com - Smith & Wesson

 

[Freedomtoshoot]

Almost done with additions!

It is comforting to see similar experiences with the Colt M4 .22 Ops because I really like the photos online. I paid over $550 for the Colt M4 .22 today and when I got to my house, I noticed the dust cover did not function, bolt release was cosmetic, dirt in the chamber, metal surfaces looked oxidized and over all appearance was not up to the standard M4 I am used to in the military. I was very disappointed. Then, I read these post and got a refund, purchased the M&P 15/22 and it is AMAZING! Tonight I will be adding vertical grip, bi-pod, single point sling. Any advice on good optics that do not cost $500? i.e. EOTECH, Trijicon...Thank you S&W, this AR will look great with my M&P .40!

I could not help myself,, here is a photo of my new girl. I was very impressed with the grouping at 50 yrds from a factory barrel. Next on the list...Laser and flashlight. Any suggestions on affordable laser that can be seen in daylight up to 50 yards? Keep it up S&W!

 

[Freedomtoshoot]

You can find what you are lolling for here,
44MAG.com - Smith & Wesson

Thanks for the web link. I purchased some 10 rnd short mags from 44Mag since my 15-22 is on a bi-pod that is not as long as the magazine that came with the gun..This short mag should fix the issue when using the bi-pod.